Nancy Jane Tingler1

F, #660, b. 15 June 1849, d. 22 April 1902
Pedigree
Nancy Jane Tingler Persinger, Persinger Memorial Cemetery, Alleghany Co, VA
Image credit: Sandy Small Sutherland, findagra
FatherMichael Tingler b. circa 1816, d. 12 May 1898
MotherEmeline Rebecca Bradford b. circa 1829, d. 23 Dec 1871
Birth*15 Jun 1849 Nancy was born at Monroe Co, VA, on 15 Jun 1849. Age 2 in 1850 census; age 11 in 1860 census.2,3,4 
 She was the daughter of Michael Tingler and Emeline Rebecca Bradford. 
(Witness) Census20 Jul 1850 Nancy Jane Tingler appeared on the census of 20 Jul 1850 in the household of Michael Tingler and Emeline Rebecca Bradford at 39th Division, Monroe Co, VA.3 
(Witness) Census3 Jul 1860 Nancy Jane Tingler appeared on the census of 3 Jul 1860 in the household of Michael Tingler and Emeline Rebecca Bradford at Potts Creek Valley, Craig Co, VA.3 
(Witness) Census30 Jun 1870 Nancy Jane Tingler appeared on the census of 30 Jun 1870 in the household of Michael Tingler and Emeline Rebecca Bradford at New Castle Twp, Craig Co, VA.3 
Marriage*28 Feb 1871 She married Nash Lee Persinger at Alleghany Co, VA, on 28 Feb 1871.
Noah L. Persinger, age 45, widower, b. Botetourt Co, res. Putnam Co, WV, par. Andrew & Rebecca Persinger; Mary Tingler, age 21, single, b. Monroe Co, WV, res. Craig Co, VA, par. Michael & n/a Tingler; license dated 20 Feb 1871; md by Aaron Boon at his residence in Alleghany Co.4 
Death*22 Apr 1902 Nancy died on 22 Apr 1902 at Alleghany Co, VA, at age 52.2 
Burial* Her body was interred at Alleghany Co, VA, at Persinger Memorial Cemetery.2 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
20 Jul 185039th Division, Monroe Co, VAMichael Tingler, Emeline Rebecca Bradford, John Caperton Tingler and Nancy Jane Tingler3
3 Jul 1860Potts Creek Valley, Craig Co, VAMichael Tingler, Emeline Rebecca Bradford, William Henry Tingler, John Caperton Tingler, Nancy Jane Tingler, Sarah Arminta 'Minnie' Tingler, Margaret Ann Tingler and Mary Susan Tingler3
30 Jun 1870New Castle Twp, Craig Co, VAMichael Tingler, Emeline Rebecca Bradford, Nancy Jane Tingler, Sarah Arminta 'Minnie' Tingler, Margaret Ann Tingler, Mary Susan Tingler, Laura Jeanette 'Nettie' Tingler, Joseph R. Tingler and Elvira Frances 'Katie' Tingler3

Family

Nash Lee Persinger b. circa 1826, d. 17 Mar 1896
Marriage*28 Feb 1871 She married Nash Lee Persinger at Alleghany Co, VA, on 28 Feb 1871.
Noah L. Persinger, age 45, widower, b. Botetourt Co, res. Putnam Co, WV, par. Andrew & Rebecca Persinger; Mary Tingler, age 21, single, b. Monroe Co, WV, res. Craig Co, VA, par. Michael & n/a Tingler; license dated 20 Feb 1871; md by Aaron Boon at his residence in Alleghany Co.4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S1970] 1850 Monroe Co VA age 2.
  2. [S2738] FindAGrave.com (findagrave.com), gravestone.
  3. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  4. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Craig Co, VA.
  5. [S2674] Compiled online genealogy "Information on Nash Lee Persinger," by e-mail address, 28 May 2011, online at http://archiver.rootsweb.ancestry.com/th/read/PERSINGER/…, accessed June 2012.

John William 'Jackson' Bowyer1

M, #661, b. 28 May 1857, d. 17 September 1926
Pedigree
Home of John W. 'Jackson' Bowyer, Potts Creek, Alleghany Co, VA. Taken as part of WPA Virginia Historical Inventory, February 1938, research by L. Blanche Bess
Image credit: Library of Virginia
FatherJohn Bowyer b. circa 1805, d. Jul 1883
MotherNancy Craft b. circa 1818
Birth*28 May 1857 John was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 28 May 1857.2,3,4 
 He was the son of John Bowyer and Nancy Craft. 
(Witness) Census22 Aug 1870 John William 'Jackson' Bowyer appeared on the census of 22 Aug 1870 in the household of John Bowyer and Nancy Craft at Boiling Spring Twp, Alleghany Co, VA.4 
(Witness) Census8 Jun 1880 John William 'Jackson' Bowyer appeared on the census of 8 Jun 1880 in the household of John Bowyer and Nancy Craft at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.4 
Marriage*31 Aug 1882 He married Mary Susan Tingler at Alleghany Co, VA, on 31 Aug 1882.
Jno Bowyer, age 25, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. Jno & N. Bowyer, farmer; Mary S. Tingler, age 25, single, b. Craig Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. M. & E. Tingler; md by Jno B. Davis.5,6 
EmploymentJun 1900 Occupation: farmer in Jun 1900 at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.4 
Num Child*16 Jun 1900 John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler had 4 children, with 4 living at the time of the census in 1900.4 
Census*16 Jun 1900 John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 16 Jun 1900.4 
Employment*May 1910 Occupation: farmer in May 1910 at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.4 
Num Child7 May 1910 John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler had 4 children, with 4 living at the time of the census in 1910.4 
Census7 May 1910 John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 7 May 1910.4 
EmploymentFeb 1920 Occupation: farmer in Feb 1920 at Potts Creek Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.4 
Census9 Feb 1920 John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler appeared on the census as head of household at Potts Creek Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 9 Feb 1920. Near the junction with Blue Spring Run Road.4 
(informant) Death3 Dec 1921 John was informant for the death of David Ottowa Bowyer at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, on 3 Dec 1921.2,7 
Death*17 Sep 1926 John died on 17 Sep 1926 at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, at age 69. "His death was sudden and tragic. He had gone with his team and wagon to haul rails, and when he did not come back, Mrs. Bowyer went to look for him. She found the horses and wagon loaded with rails and Mr. Bowyer lying on the ground close by, seriously hurt. It seemed as if he had fallen from the wagon. He never regained consciousness and died a few hours later." From WPA of Virginia, Historical Inventory, "Jackson Bowyer Home," Feb 1938, research made by L. Blanche Bess, Potts Creek, VA..8,2 
Burial*19 Sep 1926 His body was interred on 19 Sep 1926 at Alleghany Co, VA, at Bowyer Cemetery.9,2 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
22 Aug 1870Boiling Spring Twp, Alleghany Co, VAJohn Bowyer, Nancy Craft, Elias "Burg" Bowyer, George H. Bowyer, Nancy Elizabeth Bowyer, John William 'Jackson' Bowyer, Leannah Frances 'Fannie' Bowyer and Eliza M. Bess4
8 Jun 1880Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJohn Bowyer, Nancy Craft, John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Leannah Frances 'Fannie' Bowyer4
16 Jun 1900Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer, Mary Susan Tingler, Cora Leanna Bowyer, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Rosetta Landona 'Dona' Bowyer and David Ottowa Bowyer4
7 May 1910Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer, Mary Susan Tingler, David Ottowa Bowyer, Roy Gordon Fridley and Carrie Dell Fridley4
9 Feb 1920Potts Creek Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer, Mary Susan Tingler, David Ottowa Bowyer, Annie Alifair Helmintoller, Leo Marshall Bowyer and Roy Gordon Fridley4

Family

Mary Susan Tingler b. May 1857, d. 27 Jun 1938
Marriage*31 Aug 1882 He married Mary Susan Tingler at Alleghany Co, VA, on 31 Aug 1882.
Jno Bowyer, age 25, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. Jno & N. Bowyer, farmer; Mary S. Tingler, age 25, single, b. Craig Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. M. & E. Tingler; md by Jno B. Davis.5,6 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,, Cora Bowyer Hepler.
  2. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  3. [S321] Nancy Scott, Bowyer Cemetery listing, 29 Aug 1999., Date on tombstone.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  6. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, Select Marriages, 1785-1940 [database on-line]. Provo, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc, 2014.
  7. [S324] Cindy Driscoll, FGS, Jan 96.
  8. [S321] Nancy Scott, Bowyer Cemetery listing, 29 Aug 1999.
  9. [S322] Alleghany Co, VA Deaths.

David Ottowa Bowyer1,2

M, #662, b. 15 August 1891, d. 3 December 1921
Pedigree
FatherJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer b. 28 May 1857, d. 17 Sep 1926
MotherMary Susan Tingler b. May 1857, d. 27 Jun 1938
Name Variation  David Ottowa Bowyer was also known as David Adam Bowyer According to Roy G. Fridley. 
Birth*15 Aug 1891 David was born at Alleghany Co, VA, on 15 Aug 1891.3,4,2 
 He was the son of John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler. 
(Witness) Census16 Jun 1900 David Ottowa Bowyer appeared on the census of 16 Jun 1900 in the household of John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.1 
(Witness) Census7 May 1910 David Ottowa Bowyer appeared on the census of 7 May 1910 in the household of John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.1 
Marriage*6 Oct 1915 He married Annie Alifair Helmintoller at Alleghany Co, VA, on 6 Oct 1915.
David Ottoman Bowyer, age 24, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.S. Bowyer, farming; Miss Annie Alifair Helmintoller, age 22, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.H. & J.A. Helmintoller; md by John B. Davis.5 
Employment*Jun 1917 Occupation: farmer in Jun 1917 at Arritts, Alleghany Co, VA.2 
Residence*5 Jun 1917 David Ottowa Bowyer resided at Arritts, Alleghany Co, VA, on 5 Jun 1917.2 
Mlt-Registration*5 Jun 1917 He registered for the draft on 5 Jun 1917 at Alleghany Co, VA.2 
(Witness) Census9 Feb 1920 He appeared on the census of 9 Feb 1920 in the household of John William 'Jackson' Bowyer and Mary Susan Tingler at Potts Creek Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA.1 
Death*3 Dec 1921 David died on 3 Dec 1921 at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, at age 30. Died of pulmonary tuberculosis.3,6 
Burial*4 Dec 1921 His body was interred on 4 Dec 1921 at Potts Creek, Alleghany Co, VA, at Bowyer Cemetery.3,6 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
16 Jun 1900Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer, Mary Susan Tingler, Cora Leanna Bowyer, Ada Mabel Bowyer, Rosetta Landona 'Dona' Bowyer and David Ottowa Bowyer1
7 May 1910Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer, Mary Susan Tingler, David Ottowa Bowyer, Roy Gordon Fridley and Carrie Dell Fridley1
9 Feb 1920Potts Creek Rd, Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VAJohn William 'Jackson' Bowyer, Mary Susan Tingler, David Ottowa Bowyer, Annie Alifair Helmintoller, Leo Marshall Bowyer and Roy Gordon Fridley1

Family

Annie Alifair Helmintoller b. 8 Sep 1892, d. 31 Jul 1963
Marriage*6 Oct 1915 He married Annie Alifair Helmintoller at Alleghany Co, VA, on 6 Oct 1915.
David Ottoman Bowyer, age 24, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.W. & M.S. Bowyer, farming; Miss Annie Alifair Helmintoller, age 22, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.H. & J.A. Helmintoller; md by John B. Davis.5 
Child

Citations

  1. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  2. [S2684] WWI Draft Registration Cards, 1917-1918 (www.ancestry.com),.
  3. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  6. [S324] Cindy Driscoll, FGS, Jan 96.

Nash Lee Persinger1

M, #663, b. circa 1826, d. 17 March 1896
Pedigree
FatherAndrew Persinger2 b. circa 1779
MotherRebecca (?)2 b. circa 1786
Name Variation  Nash Lee Persinger was also known as Noah L. Persinger.2 
Birth*circa 1826 Nash was born at Botetourt Co, VA, circa 1826. 1850 census age 25; 1860 census age 37.3,2,4 
 He was the son of Andrew Persinger and Rebecca (?)2 
Marriage*6 Aug 1846 He married Setha Elizabeth Linton at Monroe Co, VA, on 6 Aug 1846.
Nash L. Persinger and Setha Elizabeth Linton, bond, 4 August 1846. Nash L. Persinger and Zeb D. Persinger, bondsmen.5 
Employment*Jul 1850 Occupation: laborer in Jul 1850 at District 1, Alleghany Co, VA.3 
Census*24 Jul 1850 Nash Lee Persinger and Setha Elizabeth Linton appeared on the census as head of household at District 1, Alleghany Co, VA, on 24 Jul 1850.3 
EmploymentAug 1860 Occupation: farmer in Aug 1860 at Alleghany Co, VA.3 
Census1 Aug 1860 Nash Lee Persinger and Setha Elizabeth Linton appeared on the census as head of household at Alleghany Co, VA, on 1 Aug 1860.3 
Marriage*28 Feb 1871 He married Nancy Jane Tingler at Alleghany Co, VA, on 28 Feb 1871.
Noah L. Persinger, age 45, widower, b. Botetourt Co, res. Putnam Co, WV, par. Andrew & Rebecca Persinger; Mary Tingler, age 21, single, b. Monroe Co, WV, res. Craig Co, VA, par. Michael & n/a Tingler; license dated 20 Feb 1871; md by Aaron Boon at his residence in Alleghany Co.2 
Death*17 Mar 1896 Nash died on 17 Mar 1896.6 
Burial* His body was interred at Alleghany Co, VA, at Persinger Memorial Cemetery.6 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
24 Jul 1850District 1, Alleghany Co, VANash Lee Persinger, Setha Elizabeth Linton, Melvina Persinger and Thersey Ann Persinger3
1 Aug 1860Alleghany Co, VANash Lee Persinger, Setha Elizabeth Linton, Thersey Ann Persinger, Ballard Preston Persinger, Isaiah J. Persinger, Mary S. Persinger and James A. Persinger3

Family 1

Setha Elizabeth Linton b. circa 1829
Marriage*6 Aug 1846 He married Setha Elizabeth Linton at Monroe Co, VA, on 6 Aug 1846.
Nash L. Persinger and Setha Elizabeth Linton, bond, 4 August 1846. Nash L. Persinger and Zeb D. Persinger, bondsmen.5 
Children
  • Melvina Persinger3
  • Thersey Ann Persinger3
  • Ballard Preston Persinger3
  • Sarah J. Persinger1
  • Isaiah J. Persinger3
  • Mary S. Persinger3
  • Martha Isabell Persinger1
  • James A. Persinger3
  • Lewis A. Persinger1
  • Gennetta Persinger1
  • Nancy M. Persinger1
  • John Franklin Persinger1

Family 2

Nancy Jane Tingler b. 15 Jun 1849, d. 22 Apr 1902
Marriage*28 Feb 1871 He married Nancy Jane Tingler at Alleghany Co, VA, on 28 Feb 1871.
Noah L. Persinger, age 45, widower, b. Botetourt Co, res. Putnam Co, WV, par. Andrew & Rebecca Persinger; Mary Tingler, age 21, single, b. Monroe Co, WV, res. Craig Co, VA, par. Michael & n/a Tingler; license dated 20 Feb 1871; md by Aaron Boon at his residence in Alleghany Co.2 
Children

Citations

  1. [S2674] Compiled online genealogy "Information on Nash Lee Persinger," by e-mail address, 28 May 2011, online at http://archiver.rootsweb.ancestry.com/th/read/PERSINGER/…, accessed June 2012.
  2. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Craig Co, VA.
  3. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  4. [S324] Cindy Driscoll, FGS, Jan 96.
  5. [S2712] WV Marriages Monroe Co, WV.
  6. [S2738] FindAGrave.com (findagrave.com),.

Margaret Ann Tingler

F, #664, b. 30 July 1853, d. 28 February 1913
Pedigree
FatherMichael Tingler b. circa 1816, d. 12 May 1898
MotherEmeline Rebecca Bradford b. circa 1829, d. 23 Dec 1871
Birth*30 Jul 1853 Margaret was born at Craig Co, VA, on 30 Jul 1853.
Margarett Ann Tingler, b. 30 July, Potts Creek, father Michael Tingler, farmer, res. Potts Creek, mother Emeline Tingler, single birth, reported by Michael Tingler, father.1,2 
 She was the daughter of Michael Tingler and Emeline Rebecca Bradford. 
(Witness) Census3 Jul 1860 Margaret Ann Tingler appeared on the census of 3 Jul 1860 in the household of Michael Tingler and Emeline Rebecca Bradford at Potts Creek Valley, Craig Co, VA.3 
(Witness) Census30 Jun 1870 Margaret Ann Tingler appeared on the census of 30 Jun 1870 in the household of Michael Tingler and Emeline Rebecca Bradford at New Castle Twp, Craig Co, VA.3 
Marriage*14 Dec 1875 She married Charles Monroe Arritt at Alleghany Co, VA, on 14 Dec 1875.
Chs M Arritt, age 19, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.A. & Diana Arritt, farmer; Margaret A. Tingler, age 22, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. Michael & n/a Tingler; md by John B. Davis.4 
Num Child*3 Jul 1900 Margaret Ann Tingler and Charles Monroe Arritt had 9 children, with 6 living at the time of the census in 1900.3 
Census*3 Jul 1900 Margaret Ann Tingler and Charles Monroe Arritt appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 3 Jul 1900. Also enumerated in this household was William Arther, boarder, b. Sept 1868, age 31, single, b. VA, occupation: "cross ties".3 
Num Child30 Apr 1910 Margaret Ann Tingler and Charles Monroe Arritt had 9 children, with 3 living at the time of the census in 1910.3 
Census30 Apr 1910 Margaret Ann Tingler and Charles Monroe Arritt appeared on the census as head of household at Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VA, on 30 Apr 1910.3 
Death*28 Feb 1913 Margaret died on 28 Feb 1913 at Jordan Mines, Alleghany Co, VA, at age 59. Informant was Miss Callie Humphries.5 
Burial*1 Mar 1913 Her body was interred on 1 Mar 1913 at Potts Creek, Alleghany Co, VA, at Bowyer Cemetery.5 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
3 Jul 1860Potts Creek Valley, Craig Co, VAMichael Tingler, Emeline Rebecca Bradford, William Henry Tingler, John Caperton Tingler, Nancy Jane Tingler, Sarah Arminta 'Minnie' Tingler, Margaret Ann Tingler and Mary Susan Tingler3
30 Jun 1870New Castle Twp, Craig Co, VAMichael Tingler, Emeline Rebecca Bradford, Nancy Jane Tingler, Sarah Arminta 'Minnie' Tingler, Margaret Ann Tingler, Mary Susan Tingler, Laura Jeanette 'Nettie' Tingler, Joseph R. Tingler and Elvira Frances 'Katie' Tingler3
3 Jul 1900Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VACharles Monroe Arritt, Margaret Ann Tingler, William Edward Arritt, Rosanna Arritt, Vinie M. Arritt and Emma Arritt3
30 Apr 1910Boiling Spring Dist, Alleghany Co, VACharles Monroe Arritt and Margaret Ann Tingler3

Family

Charles Monroe Arritt b. 19 Jun 1856, d. 13 Jul 1944
Marriage*14 Dec 1875 She married Charles Monroe Arritt at Alleghany Co, VA, on 14 Dec 1875.
Chs M Arritt, age 19, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. J.A. & Diana Arritt, farmer; Margaret A. Tingler, age 22, single, b. Alleghany Co, res. Alleghany Co, par. Michael & n/a Tingler; md by John B. Davis.4 
Children

Citations

  1. [S235] Births, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Birth Registers, 1853-1911 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  2. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, 1900 census, online at ancestry.com.
  3. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  4. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.
  5. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.

Herbert Everett Fridley1

M, #665, b. 16 December 1911, d. 16 November 1965
Pedigree
FatherWalter Baxter Fridley b. 1 Sep 1879, d. 24 Oct 1957
MotherJosephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson b. 12 Jul 1886, d. 24 Jul 1962
Birth*16 Dec 1911 Herbert was born at WV on 16 Dec 1911.2,3 
 He was the son of Walter Baxter Fridley and Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson. 
(Witness) Census3 Feb 1920 Herbert Everett Fridley appeared on the census of 3 Feb 1920 in the household of Walter Baxter Fridley and Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson at Concho, Fayette Co, WV.4 
Marriage*Oct 1934 He married Ruby Virginia Bess at Alleghany Co, VA, in Oct 1934.
"October 10, 1934--Herbert E. Fridley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter B. Fridley and Miss Ruby Virginia Bess, daugher of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas O. Bess, of Covington".5,4 
Residence*1 Apr 1935 Herbert Everett Fridley resided at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 1 Apr 1935.4 
(Witness) Census8 Apr 1940 He appeared on the census of 8 Apr 1940 in the household of Walter Baxter Fridley and Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson at Martha Washington Tourist Camp, Alexandria, VA.4 
EmploymentOct 1940 Herbert's occupation: Mr T.G. Saunders, Westernburger Bldg at Alexandria, VA, in Oct 1940.6 
Mlt-Registration*16 Oct 1940 He registered for the draft on 16 Oct 1940 at Alexandria, VA.6 
Residence*16 Oct 1940 Herbert Everett Fridley and Ruby Virginia Bess resided at Martha Washington Tourist Court, Alexandria, VA, on 16 Oct 1940.6 
(Witness) Residence27 Apr 1942 Herbert Everett Fridley lived with Walter Baxter Fridley on 27 Apr 1942 at Martha Washington Tourist Court, Alexandria, VA.6 
Employment*Apr 1950 Herbert's occupation: Plaster, construction business at Mt Vernon, Fairfax Co, VA, in Apr 1950.4 
Census*15 Apr 1950 He and Ruby Virginia Bess appeared on the census as head of household at Mt Vernon, Fairfax Co, VA, on 15 Apr 1950.4 
Employment1957 Herbert's occupation: Plasterer at Alexandria, VA, in 1957.7 
Residence1957 Herbert Everett Fridley and Ruby Virginia Bess resided at 710 N Howard, Alexandria, VA, in 1957.7 
Residence24 Oct 1957 Herbert Everett Fridley resided at Alexandria, VA, on 24 Oct 1957.8 
Residence24 Jul 1962 He resided at Alexandria, VA, on 24 Jul 1962.9 
ResidenceNov 1965 He resided at 220 E. Riverside, Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, in Nov 1965.2 
Death*16 Nov 1965 Herbert died on 16 Nov 1965 at Alleghany Mem Hosp, Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, at age 53.1,3 
Burial* His body was interred at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, at Cedar Hill Cem.1 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
3 Feb 1920Concho, Fayette Co, WVWalter Baxter Fridley, Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson, Edith Beatrice Fridley and Herbert Everett Fridley4
8 Apr 1940Martha Washington Tourist Camp, Alexandria, VAWalter Baxter Fridley, Josephine Blaine 'Yosie' Wilson, Herbert Everett Fridley, Ruby Virginia Bess and Jerry Wayne Fridley4
15 Apr 1950Mt Vernon, Fairfax Co, VAHerbert Everett Fridley, Ruby Virginia Bess and Jerry Wayne Fridley4

Family

Ruby Virginia Bess b. 1 Sep 1916, d. 28 Apr 2004
Marriage*Oct 1934 He married Ruby Virginia Bess at Alleghany Co, VA, in Oct 1934.
"October 10, 1934--Herbert E. Fridley, son of Mr. and Mrs. Walter B. Fridley and Miss Ruby Virginia Bess, daugher of Mr. and Mrs. Thomas O. Bess, of Covington".5,4 
Child

Citations

  1. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,.
  2. [S2836] VA Death Certificate online at ancestry.com,, Herbert Everett Fridley.
  3. [S1] Social Security Administration., Social Security Death Index (Online at www.ancestry.com),.
  4. [S205] 1790-1950 U.S. Census, Population Schedule, online at ancestry.com.
  5. [S2719] "Marriage Licenses," Covington (VA) Virginian, Thursday, 11 October 1934.
  6. [S2696] WWII Draft Registration Cards, 1940-1947 (www.ancestry.com),.
  7. [S2751] Ancestry.com., City Directory (ancestry.com), Alexandria, VA, 1957, Ancestry.com. U.S., City Directories, 1822-1995 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2011.
  8. [S237] Obituary, Walter Baxter Fridley, Covington (VA) Virginian, Friday, 25 October 1957.
  9. [S230] Marriages, Civil Records Ancestry.com. Virginia, U.S., Marriage Registers, 1853-1935 [database on-line]. Lehi, UT, USA: Ancestry.com Operations, Inc., 2022.

Zela Geraldine Fridley1

F, #666, b. 18 April 1922, d. 24 August 2016
Pedigree
FatherWilliam Carl Fridley b. 25 Dec 1895, d. 6 Mar 1952
MotherMargaret Gertrude Small b. 15 Apr 1898, d. 24 Apr 1946
Birth*18 Apr 1922 Zela was born at Covington, Alleghany Co, VA, on 18 Apr 1922.2,1,3 
 She was the daughter of William Carl Fridley and Margaret Gertrude Small. 
(Witness) Census1 May 1930 Zela Geraldine Fridley appeared on the census of 1 May 1930 in the household of William Carl Fridley and Margaret Gertrude Small at Rock Lick, Fayette Co, WV.1 
Marriage*8 Apr 1939 She married John Randolph Booth Sr at Warm Springs, Bath Co, VA, on 8 Apr 1939.
John Randolph Booth, age 21, single, b. Williamson, WV, res. Oak Hill, WV, par. William H. Booth & Alice Salmons, miner; Geraldine Fridley, age 19, single, b. Covington, VA, res. Oak Hill, par. William C. Fridley & Margaret Small; md by J.T. McCutcheon at Warm Springs.4 
Census22 Apr 1940 Zela Geraldine Fridley and John Randolph Booth Sr appeared on the census as head of household at Minden, Fayette Co, WV, on 22 Apr 1940.1 
Residence16 Oct 1940 John Randolph Booth Sr and Zela Geraldine Fridley resided at Minden, Fayette Co, WV, on 16 Oct 1940.5 
Residence24 Apr 1946 She resided at Fairdale, Raleigh Co, WV, on 24 Apr 1946.6 
Census*20 Apr 1950 She and John Randolph Booth Sr appeared on the census as head of household at Trap Hill Dist, Raleigh Co, WV, on 20 Apr 1950.1 
Residence6 Mar 1952 Zela Geraldine Fridley resided at Fairdale, Raleigh Co, WV, on 6 Mar 1952.7 
Residence*29 Jul 1960 John Randolph Booth Sr and Zela Geraldine Fridley resided at Fairdale, Raleigh Co, WV, on 29 Jul 1960.8 
MoveJun 1963 She moved to Beards Fork, Fayette Co, WV, in Jun 1963.9 
Residence*15 Jul 2005 She resided on 15 Jul 2005, address not given.10 
Residence20 Aug 2016 She resided at WV on 20 Aug 2016.11 
Death*24 Aug 2016 Zela died on 24 Aug 2016 at Harper Mills, Beckley, Raleigh Co, WV, at age 94.
Zela Geraldine Booth, 94 of Beckley, passed away on Wednesday, August 24, 2016 at Harper Mills in Beckley following a short illness.
Born on April 18, 1922 in Covington, VA to the late William Fridley and Margaret Small Fridley.
In addition to her parents she was preceded in death by her husband, John Randolph Booth, Sr; sons, Donald Lee Booth and John Randolph “Randy” Booth, Jr; sisters, Virginia Barker and Rebecca Halsey; brother, Bill Fridley; and a very special daughter-in-law, Phyllis Athey Booth.
Geraldine was a devoted wife, mother, grandmother, and sister and enjoyed taking care of her family. She was head cook in charge for Wild Water Rafting Co. for many years. She was known for the best baked macaroni and cheese, cornbread, stuffed green peppers, and pineapple upside-down cake. Some of her hobbies include reading her Bible, playing Skip-bo, dominos, and scrabble with special friends, Dolly Dixon and Florence Tolliver and going on vacations with lifelong best friend, June Hedgecock. She was also an avid word search puzzle master and could complete a book in no-time.
Those surviving her include her children, Jerry Booth of Poca and Brenda Sloan and husband Bill of Beckley; sister, Janice Anderson of Akron, OH; 8 grandchildren and 12 great-grandchildren also survive her.
Services for Geraldine will be conducted at 5pm on Saturday, August 27, 2016 at the High Lawn Funeral Home Chapel in Oak Hill with Rev. PJ Meduri officiating and interment to follow in High Lawn Memorial Park.
Friends may call from 4-5pm on Saturday at High Lawn Funeral Home.
Pallbearers will be Gary Bowman, Josh Bowman, Christopher Bowman, Steve French, and Tom Washington.
Online condolences may be sent directly by visiting www.highlawnfuneralhomechapel.com.
The family wishes to convey special thanks to the staff of Harper Mills for the wonderful care given to Geraldine during her time there.
Professional services by High Lawn Funeral Home, 1435 E. Main Street in Oak Hill.2 
Burial*27 Aug 2016 Her body was interred on 27 Aug 2016 at Oak Hill, Fayette Co, WV, at High Lawn Memorial Park.2 

Census Records Summary

DateCensus LocationHousehold Members
1 May 1930Rock Lick, Fayette Co, WVWilliam Carl Fridley, Margaret Gertrude Small, Virginia Frances Fridley, Zela Geraldine Fridley and William Carl Fridley Jr1
22 Apr 1940Minden, Fayette Co, WVJohn Randolph Booth Sr, Zela Geraldine Fridley and Donald Lee Booth1
20 Apr 1950Trap Hill Dist, Raleigh Co, WVJohn Randolph Booth Sr, Zela Geraldine Fridley and William Carl Fridley1

Family

John Randolph Booth Sr b. 23 Mar 1918, d. 28 Apr 1987
Marriage*8 Apr 1939 She married John Randolph Booth Sr at Warm Springs, Bath Co, VA, on 8 Apr 1939.
John Randolph Booth, age 21, single, b. Williamson, WV, res. Oak Hill, WV, par. William H. Booth & Alice Salmons, miner; Geraldine Fridley, age 19, single, b. Covington, VA, res. Oak Hill, par. William C. Fridley & Margaret Small; md by J.T. McCutcheon at Warm Springs.4 
Children

Citations

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  3. [S2683] WV Death Certificate online at www.wvculture.org,, Donald Lee Booth.
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  7. [S237] Obituary, Carl Fridley, Hinton (WV) Daily News, Friday, 7 March 1952.
  8. [S2719] "News From Fairdale," Beckley (WV) Raleigh Register, 29 Jul 1960.
  9. [S2719] "Fairdale," Beckley (WV) Raleigh Register, 17 June 1963.
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  11. [S237] Obituary, Rebecca L. Halsey, Bellevue (OH) Foos and Foos Funeral Service, online at https://www.foosfuneral.com/notices/Rebecca-Halsey, accessed January 2019.